The procedure for the restoration of Russian citizenship

A number of persons - with and without foreign citizenship - can restore the citizenship of the Russian Federation. To do this, you need to meet the parameters prescribed in the federal law "On Citizenship", prepare the required package of documents and submit them to the authorized body.

Grounds and conditions for the restoration of citizenship of the Russian Federation

The applicant has the right to regain the status of a citizen of the Russian Federation if:

• Is an adult (has reached the age of 18);
• Capable;
• Previously, he possessed Russian citizenship;
• Can documentally confirm the official withdrawal from the past citizenship.

What are the requirements for the applicant

At the time of contacting the applicant, the following conditions must be met:

1. He has been continuously living in the Russian Federation for at least 3 years. The countdown starts from the date he received a Russian residence permit (hereinafter - residence permit). Residence is recognized as continuous if the total annual departure to other countries does not exceed three months;
2. Undertakes to follow the Russian Constitution and legislation. Consent is given and certified by a signature in the appropriate column of the questionnaire;
3. Has a legal, recurring source of income;
4. Renounced the existing citizenship of another state. Cancellation is not provided if it is allowed by existing international agreements, or there are objective circumstances that prevent the cancellation procedure;
5. He is fluent in Russian, communicates freely both orally and in writing.

The listed conditions (except for clause 2) do not apply to those who have special services to the Russian Federation, and to WWII veterans who had USSR citizenship.

Simplified procedure criteria

Simplified procedure for granting citizenship implies fewer grounds and a shorter consideration period (from 1 year to 3–6 months).

Applicants can apply for citizenship without taking into account the length of residence:

• Persons with a parent with a valid Russian citizenship;
• Persons who previously were citizens of the USSR, who lived in the union states, but did not accept their citizenship;
• Applicants who were born in the RSFSR and possessed Soviet citizenship;
• Those whose spouse has been a citizen of Russia for at least 3 years;
• Highly qualified specialists employed by the Russian TC for at least 3 years;
• Individual entrepreneurs conducting legal entrepreneurial activities in Russia for at least three years, who have paid taxes and fees in the amount of at least 1 million rubles;
• Investors with a 10% investment in the authorized capital of a Russian legal entity. Minimum capital amount - 100 million rubles, the minimum annual amount of fees and taxes paid by the organization - 6 million rubles. Continuous investor status - 3 years or more;
• Russian native speakers;
• Disabled people who came from the former republics of the USSR, registered at the place of residence in the Russian Federation before 01.07.2002;
• Participants in the state program for voluntary resettlement to the Russian Federation.

People who:

• Participated in terrorist attacks;
• Recognized as extremists;
• Were previously officially expelled from the country;
• Caught in providing false information.

Recovery order

Algorithm of actions for registration:

1. Preparation of documents, filling out a questionnaire;
2. Payment of state duty (3500 rbl., you can print the payment on the website of the GUVM Ministry of Internal Affairs);
3. Personal submission of papers to the migration department of the territorial administration of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (it is necessary to find out about the obligation to make an appointment in advance);
4. Receive notification of a positive decision.

If the term for consideration has expired, and the notification has not been received, you can clarify the information yourself by phone or in person.

Required documents

It is required to provide:

• 2 copies of the completed application;
• A copy of the identity document;
• A copy of the birth certificate;
• A copy of the residence permit;
• Papers certifying the change of personal data (for example, marriage certificate);
• Certificates or other forms confirming income;
• Refusal of citizenship of another state;
• Proof of proficiency in the state language;
• Receipt of payment of state duty;
• 4 photographs 3.5 x 4.5.

Submit documents to the regional department of the GUFM of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Applicants abroad should contact the nearest consulate.

Acquisition of a residence permit

If the future applicant is still at the stage of obtaining a residence permit, then in addition to a valid passport, child metrics, income statement, data change, language proficiency, bank receipt and photographs, you need:

• Applications for a residence permit in duplicate;
• Proof of ownership or lease of housing (lease agreement, extract from the USRN, etc.);
• Certificate of absence of drug addiction, infectious diseases dangerous to others, including HIV.

In order to qualify for a residence permit, you must already have a temporary residence permit and stay in the Russian Federation for at least a year.

How to fill out an application

It is a form on 8 sheets with 30 columns. It should be filled in, adhering to clear rules:

• Two forms of filling out are allowed: by hand and in electronic form;
• Handwritten text must be readable. It is advisable to write in block letters;
• Abbreviations, abbreviations cannot be used;
• Corrections, dashes are not allowed;
• Answers should be given truthful and comprehensive. All data are checked by employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Federal Tax Service, the FSB.

Download blank application form in WORD format

Obtaining citizenship

As soon as a positive decision is received, the newly-made Russian needs to change the documents. To begin with, issue a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation - it is he who finally certifies the fact of granting citizenship.

This is done at the UVM at the place of residence, providing:

• A valid foreign passport;
• Residence permit;
• A copy of the birth certificate;
• Check for payment of duty (300 rubles);
• 2 photos.

A passport is issued within ten days. In addition, you will need to issue a residence permit, update SNILS, TIN, OMS, driver's license.

What to do in case of refusal

The first step is to request a written response, which will set out the reasons for the refusal. If the applicant considers the decision made to be unlawful, he can appeal against it in court. To draw up a statement of claim, it is better to use the services of a migration lawyer.

The most common reason for a negative resolution is the provision of false information and false documents.

The integration procedure will be successful if you scrupulously approach the fulfillment of the requirements: in advance, clarify the list of mandatory papers, facts of personal and family biography. The main thing is to provide the most complete and honest information, not to try to mislead the receiving employee.